Reviews for El Pegao Restaurant in Orange Park, FL
I am not Puerto Rican so I don?t know how authentic this place is. However I do know that everything was so tasty and fresh! I... tried their lunch special (comes with side, rice and choice of protein), it was delicious and price was really good given theportion sizes. Will definitely come again to try more menu item! Also super happy to support local businesses like this one. Read more
We came here 3 1/2 years ago and this experience was way better than the last time! Apparently it's new owners! Well done!!! I... do highly recommend this place, but why 4 stars? Let me break it down! Alcapurrias- A+ - taste very authentic Carne Frita withFries- A Chicharron de Pollo- A+ Mofongo with Garlic Shrimp- A+ scrumptious Arroz con Gandules- A++ tasted like I was on theIsland of P.R. Pernil - A+ DELICIOUS PASTELES- A- needs more meat but great flavor Chuleta Kan Kan- B (needs to be marinatedmore or more salt !)the chiccaron part was difficult to eat. I brought him home because anyone that can eat it all the waythrough must have the stomach of 5 men. Flan- A++ Tembleque- B- not bad needs more sugar Passion Fruit drink- A+ Coffee- B- Thewaiter was very good- although for a party of 6, it clearly says on the menu that an 18% tip would be included. So when thewaiter approached us to charge our card- I asked again to double check the bill. His response was more like he ignored thequestion and basically said there are options for me to choose from which included if I wanted to give an additional tip. Ifound that to be SUS! but that's not a deal breaker. He was a great waiter but I just don't appreciate anyone trying to hussleme. Read more
Delicious Puerto Rican food. I love mofongo and my husband always gets the can-can and it?s pretty amazing stuff.
3 months living in Jax?.and this is the best placed i?ve eaten hands down!!! The Mofongo is even better than being back home... probably ???????????! The pernil was delicious, the beans even have BACON in them?.BAAAACON????. Lets not even talk about thefried cheesecake. All this put together with Diana?s great service was an awesome experience. Def will be back!! Read more
The Trifongo is the best I've had. This place has amazing Puerto Rican food! I highly recommend for the food, and the ambiance.... They play latin music while you eat. It's very nice. Great service as well. Small place, but definitely do not want to miss out.Will be eating here again soon. Read more
I went to this restaurant and wow! A hidden gem in Jacksonville. This restaurant transports your back home to Puerto Rico and... the service is beyond amazing. You feel right at home. The portions, flavors, and different options on the menu give you a widevariety of Puerto Rican authentic dishes. The chef is a rockstar and you can tell his passion by the food and presentation. Thisis a must go to for the locals and a great tourist spot. This restaurant is absolutely 5 stars and deserves a couple of Michelinstars! My experience on Friday evening was magical and it gave me an opportunity to feel like I was back at home. If you get thechance, meet the chef. He is absolutely incredible and an amazing soul! Glad talented Puerto Ricans are sharing their gift withthe world and his food is beyond everything you could eat! Amazing prices and the hospitality is top rated! I will drive all theway down from DC again to eat here! Read more
From the service to food it was a great experience. Place was beautifully decorated and very clean. Chef Alameda is very... talented and Super friendly. Food was seasoned to perfection. Presentation was beautiful. Over all one of the best RestaurantsI?ve been in a while. Recommend 100%. Read more
Absolutely finger licking good!! Great place, great ambience and we had the best FRIED CHEESECAKE with ice cream !!